15 Delicious International Holiday Food Traditions

Many major holidays, like Hanukkah, Christmas, and New Year's Eve, are celebrated in nations across the globe, but food traditions vary from place to place. Find out how people around the world dine during the end of the year's most festive celebrations.

England: Mince Pies

Mince pies have been enjoyed in England at Christmastime since the 13th century, according to BBC America. Fighters returning from the Crusades brought back new and exotic spices, like nutmeg and cinnamon, and British cooks used them in a variety of dishes, including pies filled with mincemeat and dried fruits. Their size and the type of fillings used have changed somewhat over time, but for many centuries now, mince pies have been a beloved Christmas treat. If you're looking to recreate a traditional English Christmas feast, or just want to try your hand at something new, test out our recipe.